Aldi’s first contactless pilot store on Greenwich High Street in London leverages facial age estimation technology to allow for the purchase of age-restricted products such as alcohol. The technology helps to speed up the checkout process for Challenge 25 items like wine, beer and spirts, and customers can use their face and the Aldi Shop&Go app without needing to present their identification. For those who do not wish to make the most of this technology, a store colleague provides service.
At the contactless store, customers use the Shop&Go app to select items they wish to purchase so that they can be automatically added to their receipt for a seamless checkout experience. With contactless stores on the rise, facial age estimation technology promises to be a valuable way to regulate the sales of age-restricted goods.
Facial Recognition Checkouts
Aldi's Contactless Store Uses Facial Age Estimation Tech
Trend Themes
1. Facial Age Estimation - Facial age estimation technology will become more prevalent in stores to regulate sales of age-restricted goods.
2. Contactless Stores - Contactless stores will continue to rise in popularity and streamline checkout processes through the use of technology.
3. Mobile Checkout Apps - Mobile checkout apps like Aldi Shop&Go will become more widespread and allow for seamless purchasing experiences.
Industry Implications
1. Retail - Facial age estimation technology and contactless stores will disrupt the retail industry by improving the checkout process and regulation of age-restricted goods.
2. Technology - The use of facial recognition technology in stores will continue to grow and pave the way for innovative solutions in the technology industry.
3. Alcohol - The alcohol industry will benefit from facial age estimation technology, which will better regulate the sale of their products.